Looking to participate in Dry January? Or simply wanting to enjoy an alcohol-free drink in Monterey County? Here are some tasty sips that will quench your thirst.
Carmel-by-the-Sea
Chez Noir
You can't go wrong with the Salty Jasmine Lemonade made with salted lemon-lime cordial, and jasmine tea. Or try the Oro Blanco Shrub with serrano pepper, and mint.
Shearwater Tavern
The Zero Gravity is the way to go at Shearwater Tavern if you're looking for a great alcohol-free beverage. with Seedlip Spice, Fee Brothers orange & plum bitters, Fever Tree aromatic tonic water, and mint!
Monterey
Alejandro’s
When at Alejandro's, you must try the Pineapple Mule with Seedlip Spice, pineapple gomme syrup, Fever Tree ginger beer, and lime juice.
Jack’s Monterey
Go for the Mango Mule with cucumber, mango puree, fresh lime, mint honey, and ginger beer.
Another great option is the Rosemary Blush with fresh blueberry puree, lemon juice, rosemary honey, and sparkling water. And for a real thirst quencher, sip on the Watermelon Aqua Fresca with watermelon juice, coconut water, and hint of jalapeno honey.
Lalla Grill
Longing for a Mojito, but without the run? Get the Nojito with lime, mint, nectar of agave, and soda water.
Another great option is the Maui Fizz with strawberry, pineapple, lemon, and lime. And the Coco Limeade will make you feel like you're on a tropical vacation, made with cream of coconut, limeade, and agave.
Montrio Bistro
Choose from a whole menu of delicious mocktails! Try the Cara Cara orange & cumin marmalade of the Blood Orange Shrub, a house-made blood orange sherbet with soda and lime.
Pearl Hour
Check out Pearl Hour's "Something Special & Spirit Free" menu which includes, the Venus, made with Meyer lemon shrub, herbal tea, and grapefruit. Or sample one of their unique soda fountain drinks. With flavors like ango hibiscus, bay laurel agua fresca hyssop, and honeycomb bitters & soda, your taste buds will be pleasantly surprised!
Pebble Beach
Hay’s Place
Enjoy the great view of Pebble Beach and indulge in a Feelin’ Seally, made with a mango and coconut puree, pineapple juice, lemon, pineapple, and cherry
Stillwater Bar & Grill
Order up the No Proof with strawberry, blueberry, mint, lime, and club soda and sit back and relax!
Salinas
Villa Azteca
Make sure to order the colorful Spritzer Jars in the following delicious flavors: Strawberry & Mint, Cucumber & Mint, Cranberry Tajin, Jalapeño & Lime.
Many restaurants and bars can make mocktails upon request, so it's always worth an ask when you are dining and drinking out in Monterey County. Cheers!